Dozens injured as yacht crashes into Hudson River pier in Manhattan
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A festive afternoon on the Hudson River turned chaotic on Saturday, June 21, 2025, when the party yacht Timeless, carrying approximately 400 passengers, crashed into a pier near West Harlem, Manhattan, injuring dozens and prompting a major emergency response from New York City authorities.The collision occurred just after 4:00 p.m. at the intersection of Henry Hudson Parkway and West 125th Street, a busy area along the riverfront. According to officials from the New York City Fire Department (FDNY), the vessel was in the process of docking when it made forceful contact with the pier. The NYPD reported that the incident took place at exactly 4:18 p.m..A total of 35 people sustained minor injuries as a result of the impact, with 22 transported to local hospitals for further evaluation and treatment, while 13 others refused medical attention at the scene. FDNY and EMT personnel treated passengers who remained seated in their chairs following the crash. Fortunately, there were no fatalities or reports of passengers being ejected into the water.While the exact cause of the collision remains under investigation, preliminary reports from sources indicate that a line may have broken as the yacht was docking, causing the vessel to strike the pier. As of now, officials have not released further details regarding the circumstances leading to the crash, and the investigation is ongoing.As of Saturday evening, New York City Mayor Eric Adams had not yet issued a public statement regarding the crash. The FDNY confirmed that all injuries were non-life-threatening and reiterated their commitment to passenger safety on the city's waterways.
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